Battle of Saratoga, September 19, 1777 1777 - 1782

"Battle of Saratoga, September 19, 1777" is an etching and engraving created by Johann Martin Will between 1777 and 1782. The detailed print depicts the pivotal battle of the American Revolutionary War, showcasing the British surrender to American forces. Will's use of intricate lines captures the chaos and intensity of the battlefield, highlighting the smoke billowing from cannons and the strategic maneuvers of soldiers. This artwork, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, provides a historical and visual account of this significant turning point in the American struggle for independence.